March 2018
U.S. Grants Visa to Iranian-American Brother in Need of Bone Marrow Transplant
Kamyar Hashemi received a visa to travel to the U.S. to donate bone marrow to his brother, Maziyar Hashemi, who is suffering from a rare…
Trump: American Forces Will Soon Leave Syria
President Trump announced that American forces will soon withdraw from Syria following the defeat of ISIS. This decision comes as the U.S. had previously supported…
Is a Woman the 'Honor' of a Man and is Jealousy Necessary for Manhood?
The article discusses the cultural perception of women as 'honor' in a patriarchal society, emphasizing the contrasting views of jealousy between men and women. Mojtaba…
US Court Rejects Saudi Arabia's Request to Dismiss 9/11 Lawsuit
A US judge has denied Saudi Arabia's request to dismiss lawsuits alleging its involvement in the September 11 attacks. The decision could lead to significant…
US and UK Emphasis on Countering Russian Espionage Networks
The US and UK leaders have agreed on the need to dismantle Russian espionage networks following a nerve agent attack on a former Russian spy…
Sean Penn, Oscar-winning Actor, Turns to Writing
Sean Penn, the Oscar-winning actor, has shifted his focus from acting to writing, releasing a novel titled 'Bob Honey Who Just Do Stuff'. He discusses…
Trump: North Korean Leader Has Opportunity to Do the 'Right Thing'
Donald Trump stated that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has a significant opportunity to pursue peace and do the right thing for his people.…
Syrian Civil War: 'Thousands of Women, Men, and Children Have Been Raped'
A UN report reveals that Syrian government forces and allied militias have committed widespread sexual violence against civilians, including thousands of rapes during the ongoing…
Paul Ryan: Russia is Causing 'Division and Chaos' in America and Other Countries
Paul Ryan supports the expulsion of Russian intelligence officers from the U.S. and praises allied actions in Europe, linking them to Russia's alleged involvement in…
Hundreds of Marches Held in Support of Gun Control in the U.S.
Hundreds of thousands participated in marches across the U.S. on March 24, advocating for stricter gun control laws following a recent school shooting in Florida.…
John Bolton, the Man Who Wants Iran Without the Ayatollahs
Donald Trump has appointed John Bolton as the new National Security Advisor, who is known for advocating military action against Iran and dismissing the nuclear…
China: We Will Respond to Possible US Sanctions
The US is set to impose sanctions on China for intellectual property theft, prompting warnings of retaliation from Chinese officials. This escalation raises concerns of…
Over 19,000 People in Iraq Imprisoned on Charges of Ties to ISIS and Extremist Groups
Over 19,000 individuals are imprisoned in Iraq for alleged ties to ISIS and other extremist groups, with significant concerns regarding justice and the potential for…
South Korean President: Triangular Talks Between Two Koreas and the U.S. Are Likely
South Korean President Moon Jae-in has indicated the possibility of triangular negotiations involving North Korea and the U.S. to address nuclear disarmament on the Korean…
Trump Accuses Special Counsel Mueller of Bias in Russia Investigation
Donald Trump has accused Robert Mueller, the special counsel investigating Russian interference in the 2016 election, of bias, questioning the composition of his team. Lawmakers…
Fired FBI Deputy Shares Meeting Reports with Mueller
Andrew McCabe, the fired FBI Deputy Director, has shared reports of his meetings with Donald Trump with Robert Mueller, the special counsel investigating Russian interference…
Mike Pence: Pakistan Can and Should Cooperate More Closely with the U.S.
U.S. Vice President Mike Pence has urged Pakistan to enhance cooperation in combating the Taliban and other extremist groups. This comes amid tensions over U.S.…
Trump Administration Imposes New Sanctions Against Russia
The Trump administration has imposed new sanctions on Russia due to its interference in the 2016 U.S. elections, targeting the Internet Research Agency and its…
US Official: Iranian Forces Have Stopped Their 'Provocative Actions' in the Persian Gulf
A senior U.S. Navy commander announced that Iranian forces have stopped their provocative actions in the Persian Gulf, indicating a significant change in behavior. This…
25 Years Imprisonment for Iranian-American for Attempting to Send Missiles to Iran
Reza Olangian, an Iranian-American, was sentenced to 25 years in prison for attempting to send missiles and aircraft parts to Iran. The case highlights ongoing…
Nationwide Student Strike in the U.S. for Gun Control Reform
On March 14, thousands of American students staged a nationwide walkout to protest gun violence in schools, demanding stricter gun control laws. This movement, sparked…
Britain Expels 23 Russian Diplomats
Britain is expelling 23 Russian diplomats in response to the poisoning of former spy Sergei Skripal and his daughter, which Britain attributes to Russia. This…
Stephen Hawking, Renowned Physicist and Cosmologist, Passes Away
Stephen Hawking, the renowned physicist and cosmologist, passed away at 76, leaving behind a significant legacy in science and popular culture. His family expressed deep…
The Shape of Water: From Celebrating Imagination to Winning Best Picture Oscar
Guillermo del Toro's film "The Shape of Water" blends fantasy with reality, winning four Oscars including Best Picture. The film challenges traditional narratives of good…
U.S. Defense Secretary: Some Taliban Members Willing to Negotiate for Peace
U.S. Defense Secretary James Mattis announced that some Taliban members are willing to negotiate with the Afghan government for peace, following Ashraf Ghani's proposal for…
Relative Improvement in US-Iran Foreign Trade in January
In January, US-Iran trade saw a 28% increase compared to the previous year, reaching $13.5 million, with US exports nearly doubling. Despite this improvement, the…
Farzaneh Milani's Dinner Party: 'Only the Voice Remains'
Farzaneh Milani, a prominent Iranian-American scholar, hosts a dinner party featuring significant figures from Persian literature and history, including Scheherazade, Forough Farrokhzad, and her parents.…
EU and China: We Will Retaliate if the US Imposes Tariffs
Donald Trump plans to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, prompting strong reactions from China and the EU, who threaten retaliation. This situation raises…
Pentagon: Coalition Will Not Hesitate to Counter Threats to Its Forces in Syria
U.S. military officials report that forces loyal to Bashar al-Assad are gathering near coalition-supported Syrian Democratic Forces, prompting the Pentagon to assert that the coalition…
British Police: Former Russian Spy and His Daughter Poisoned with Nerve Agent
Sergei Skripal, a former Russian spy, and his daughter were found unconscious in Salisbury, UK, and are in critical condition after being poisoned with a…
Vladimir Putin Praises Donald Trump: He is Someone You Can Talk To
Vladimir Putin praised Donald Trump, highlighting his communication skills and the potential for dialogue. He criticized the American political system as ineffective and expressed hope…
Trump's Senior Economic Advisor Resigns
Gary Cohn, senior economic advisor to President Trump, has announced his resignation, which is expected to be finalized in the coming weeks. Trump plans to…
Trump Announces Possible Attendance at Opening Ceremony of U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem
Donald Trump is considering attending the opening of the U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who expressed concerns…
Temporary Closure of the U.S. Embassy in Ankara Due to 'Security Threat'
The U.S. Embassy in Ankara is temporarily closing due to an unspecified security threat, urging American citizens to avoid crowded areas. This closure comes amid…
CNN: Trump Praises Lifetime Presidency in China
Donald Trump has been recorded praising Xi Jinping's lifetime presidency and jokingly suggesting that the U.S. might try a similar approach. This remark was made…
Concerns Raised by the US and Germany Over Putin's Remarks on New Russian Weapons
US President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Angela Merkel expressed concerns over Russian President Vladimir Putin's claims about new invincible weapons. This dialogue highlights ongoing…
Putin: We Will Respond Immediately to Any Nuclear Attack on Russia and Its Allies
Vladimir Putin declared that Russia will immediately respond to any nuclear attack against it or its allies, emphasizing the country's readiness to use nuclear weapons…